Course Recordings and Handouts

2025

March

It Takes a Village: Learn How Some of Our Partners Can Advance Your Knowledge and Get Your Projects on the Right Track

Tuesday, March 11

Building technologies are evolving, codes are getting tighter, customer values include more than just the bottom line, and the workforce needs to catch up--and stay caught up. The Lab has great education and resources for you, but no one entity can do it all. Luckily, Building Potential's Smart Buildings Center, UW's Integrated Design Lab, and BPA's Comfort Ready Home offer unique education and services that complement what the Lab delivers. We're excited to have them come share how they can help meet your needs.

February

Lessons Learned on Commercial Hot Water Heat Pump Installations

Thursday, February 27

This presentation will cover the lessons learned from 5 years of commercial hot water heat pump installations. Nyle has supplied equipment for several projects in the region and worked with different designers. Come and learn what is working.

Lighting & Electrical Issues in 2021 WA & Seattle Commercial Energy Codes

Thursday, February 20

Overview of the lighting and electrical provisions in the 2021 Washington state and Seattle commercial energy codes, both now in effect, with emphasis on provisions that are new or that were changed from last year’s initial drafts.

Webinar Handout

January

Save On Refrigeration – How to Optimize Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration

Tuesday, January 28

Learn how to optimize refrigeration system operations to save money, improve efficiency and increase reliability.

Webinar Handout

Envelope Issues in 2021 WA & Seattle Commercial Energy Codes

Thursday, January 23

Overview of the envelope provisions in the 2021 Washington state and Seattle commercial energy codes

Webinar Handout

2024

December

Iron Battery Technology Potential: Two Companies Describe Their Merits

Friday, December 13

As utilities like Seattle City Light look toward years of projected load growth and more renewable resources enter the grid, the use of batteries will be an important factor to help control costs, increase reliability, and improve service. This webinar will feature two companies working on iron battery technologies, Form Energy & ESS. Each will discuss their use cases and where and how they can most advantageously be applied.

November

Building Rating Systems: The Certifications Shaping Our Built Environment

Tuesday, November 19

A high-level introduction to the industry-standard and industry-leading rating systems and certifications for the built environment. We will take a deep-dive into the rating systems most applicable and in-demand in the Pacific Northwest market, with project examples and case studies supporting their successful implementation.

Window Installed, Saddle Mounted, Cold Climate Heat Pumps – What Are They?

Thursday, November 7

These new products provide cost effective, efficient, portable heating & cooling in a new package format. No holes in building, or mounting pads outside are needed. Similar to old-fashioned window AC units, these are self-contained and don't need a professional to install. These Heat Pumps are a replacement for electric baseboards, Cadet style wall mounted heaters, and window mounted air conditioners. It's everything in one unit. These are ideal for multi-family retrofits, hotel rooms, dorms and other spaces. Multiple units can be used for larger residences.